NEW: 🌞 Sunset Stonehenge Summer Solstice Hike: Stay, Sleep, and Sunrise Sunday?

DESCRIPTION
Join us for a once-a-year experience: walking from Salisbury Station to Stonehenge to celebrate the Summer Solstice 2026 — the longest day of the year.

We’ll hike through history and countryside, arriving in time for the famous Stonehenge solstice atmosphere.

When we reach Stonehenge, you decide how you’d like to celebrate:

1. Head back to London straight away

• Taxi/shuttle back to Salisbury (~30 min), evening trains to London until ~23:00.

2. Stay for Sunset (21:22)

• Enjoy the atmosphere and watch the sun dip behind the Heel Stone.
• After sunset, return to Salisbury for late train to London.

3. Stay Overnight for Sunrise (04:44, 21 June)

• Experience the stones at dawn — a unique spiritual moment.
• Field closes ~08:00; first trains to London from Salisbury ~05:00 onwards.

What to Bring for Stonehenge

• Warm layers (it gets chilly overnight)

• Sturdy walking shoes

• Torch/headlamp

• Snacks & water

• Small bag/daypack

• Blanket/mat for sitting

• Cash or card for food/transport

• No glass, alcohol, drugs, large bags, camping gear, BBQs, or amplified music.

Notes:

• Entry to Stonehenge Solstice is free (Managed Open Access by English Heritage).
• Expect large but peaceful crowds, drumming, ceremonies, and a festive vibe.
• Toilets, food stalls, and first aid are on-site.

WHAT TO EXPECT - HIKING INFO
Distance: 15kM route
Estimated Duration (approx): 4 hours walking
Difficulty: *Easy

And here is a quick fire video of my Sunset Seven Sisters trips so can see what sort of thing to expect on day hikes if new to Meetup:
https://youtu.be/olMDRnFvBs0?si=4AIe6KTcq3Ct6Eye

PROGRAMME
Meeting Point: Salisbury Station concourse (direct trains from London Waterloo ~1h30m) Time: Meet 12:30, depart 13:00 sharp.

COST
The cost is £10 per person. for hike only and possible visit for three people into Parliament and the bars inside if open.

HIKE INCLUDES

• Guided Hike planned and led by experienced AAA leaders, trained Summer Mountain Leader with Wilderness First Aid Training.
• PayPal fees

PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE

• Travel costs
• Lunch, drinks or any refreshments
• Souvenirs
• Meetup Fee levied on all purchases via meetup
• Entrance fees to any attractions you wish to visit

RECOMMENDED KIT LIST (full list)

• Suitable hiking shoes or boots
• Waterproof jacket and trousers (Please no jeans!)
• Water [2L recommended]
• Warm/Windproof layer, e.g. Down/Primaloft/Fleece
• Wicking base layer, e.g. Polyester/Tencil/Merino
• Camera & Phone
• Picnic lunch and snacks

CANCELLING/REFUNDS
Please update your RSVP to say ‘No’ if your plans change. Others can then take advantage of the newly available place.

Let the organiser know via a meetup message when have RSVP’d ‘No’

If the hike is full, please email info@aaalondongroup.com after the event and request a refund, less the PayPal/Meetup fees. You must provide your email for the PayPal account and transaction reference.

QUESTIONS
If you have any other questions, please check out our FAQ page; if you are still unsure, contact the event organiser as shown on this event page.

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